Athena, Chains of Soul - Spirit of Aretha (2025) [Hi-Res]

Spirit of Aretha is the debut album by the project Athena & Chains of Soul, a tribute record entirely dedicated to the works of the legendary "Queen of Soul," Aretha Franklin. The album features modern interpretations of Franklin's iconic compositions, including "Respect," "Chain of Fools," "Think," "I Say a Little Prayer," and "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman." The project is described as combining Athena's distinctive vocals with the groove of Chains of Soul, providing a contemporary sound to the classic material that revitalizes themes of women's empowerment and the fight against various forms of oppression.



Tracklist:
1. Athena, Chains of Soul - You're all I Need to Get By
2. Athena, Chains of Soul - The House that Jack Built
3. Athena, Chains of Soul - Respect
4. Athena, Chains of Soul - Son of a Preacher Man
5. Athena, Chains of Soul - Think
6. Athena, Chains of Soul - Soul Serenade
7. Athena, Chains of Soul - Chain of Fools
8. Athena, Chains of Soul - I Say a Little Prayer
9. Athena, Chains of Soul - Rock Steady
10. Athena, Chains of Soul - (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman
11. Athena, Chains of Soul - Spirit in the Dark
12. Athena, Chains of Soul - Ain't No Way